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Aunty Donna's Coffee Café (2023)
Superb
I haven't actually seen this yet, because of antipodean reasons. But I bet it's brilliant.
Release it in the UK please. I mean, why bother with all the advertising, social media posts, and hype if you're not going to actually release it where I live?! It's just mean.
The worst part is that they'll probably start flooding social media platforms with clips and spoilers. Why are you punishing us? I can't be bothered to set up one of those VPN thingies that allow you to stream content from other countries.
So come on Aunty Donna (if that is your real name) spare a thought for your extremely lazy fans who live in the northern parts.
Willow (2022)
Patience
The show continues to build and build. There are some great fight scenes, memorable henchmen, dancing on "truth plums", twisting character progression, and some great nostalgic beats (as well as some recognisable tropes) that will either make you feel delighted or illicit a groan.
I found myself laughing out loud, rooting for the heroes, joining in with the quests, and enjoying the progression of the main villain.
I am a sucker for magic, fantasy, dungeons and dragons, I suspect I watched this with kinder eyes than some.
I saw a series that took chances to build a wider world as well as paying homage to the original film.
The Invention of Lying (2009)
Funny, kind and one of the cleverest stories I have seen
I have watched this film many times and it always makes me laugh and cry. A poignant social commentary that resonates deeply on many levels. I want to tell Ricky Gervais that he has written and created something that i consider to be one of the finest pieces of philosophy I have ever seen.
Rim of the World (2019)
Pastiche abounds
This was like watching a love letter to sci-fi from the last 40 years. Clearly presented through the eyes of children to eliminate the cynicism.
Ears and eyes open for all the sound captures, references and scene recreations from movies like Aliens, Predator, Star Wars, Independence Day, Terminator, the Breakfast club,
I thought the comedy was nicely set for a parody of 80's movies. Decent special effects and sound underpin the jumps.
A well paced and developing story that gives you a reason to cheer.
Holmes & Watson (2018)
Not sure what others have watched!
Definite laugh out loud moments but I suspect some reviewers aren't fans of slapstick.
Seth Rogen's Hilarity for Charity (2014)
The Muppets will alway add two stars to any review
3 stars for the muppets. The only redeeming feature in this bleak affair. Their presence alone.
I'm still not sure if this whole thing was so badly done because that was the joke.
I am frustrated that I didn't like it because of it's worthy cause.
I suspect these were the first drafts of each of the gags and they were never played before an audience before, that's why they didn't land. There was potential in the sketches, but nothing more.
Don't let this put you off from donating to the charity!
Charity comedy gigs play all the time. They're an amazing way to raise money. I confidently expect I would've enjoyed it more being there at the event, but this should never have been broadcast.
Game Over, Man! (2018)
Workaholics do Die hard
Well paced, likeable action comedy.
The same base characters from Workaholics. I really liked workaholics.
The same basic plot of Die Hard. I really liked Die Hard.
Not the most cerebral comedy in the world. But still had me laughing out loud.
Top Gear: Episode #23.1 (2016)
Clever reconstruction
Having enjoyed Top Gear through the years I was concerned that it would not stand up to scrutiny. Although it wasn't the greatest episode, it remained a decent one. I wouldn't turn it over if it was on Dave, but I'd probably be on my iPhone. I enjoyed the challenge, but it wasn't as epic as Botswana, I enjoyed the banter and comedy, but it wasn't as comfortable as 3 old friends. But it also wasn't as uncomfortable as a bigot, his protégé and a Camera affiliated mechanic could sometimes be. Evans and Leblanc know their cars really well, Sabine is an unbelievable driver and the new circuit was a nice switch. In 3 seasons time it will as comfortable as old slippers, which is what the detractors seem to want. Change is inevitable. And welcome.